November 1, 2006

Candy Cookie Mix (Gift Jar Recipe)Candy Cookie Mix (Gift Jar Recipe). Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Whisk the ingredients together until they are evenly distributed, making sure all brown sugar lumps are crushed. Store in an airtight container.

 

Choc-Oat-Chip CookiesRecipe for Choc-Oat-Chip Cookies. Beat margarine and sugars until creamy. Add eggs, milk and vanilla; beat well. Add flour, soda and salt; mix well. Stir in oats, chips and nuts. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased cookie sheet.

 

Pumpkin DipMix and add pumpkin spice the kind you like (allspice is good, about 1 tsp). Refrigerate. Take soft white tortilla shells (soft taco) and brush with a little water and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.

 

Fresh Apple OmeletteRecipe for Fresh Apple Omelette. Preheat oven 375 degrees F. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt. With electric mixer, beat egg whites until foamy. Add 3 Tbsp. sugar, continue beating until stiff. In small. bowl, place flour mix, adding milk and egg yolks.

 

Pumpkin Cream Cheese TorteA cold pumpkin dessert that can be made ahead and served with a holiday meal.

 

Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches Recipe for Crockpot French Dip Sandwiches. Put meat in crockpot; top with other ingredients; cook on high for 5 hours. Serve on hoagie buns.

 

Chunky Veggie ChowderIn a large saucepan or soup kettle, saute' onions and garlic in butter until tender. Add carrots, celery, potatoes, zucchini, broth, parsley and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat.

 

Country Potato CasseroleRecipe for Country Potato Casserole. Heat water and thicken with milk and flour. With wire whisk, mix in spices and cheese. Mix all ingredients together and bake at 350 degrees F until hot.

 

Triceratops CostumeThis Halloween I did not prepare a costume in advance, planning on not dressing up this year. So at the last minute , I decided to throw something together.

 

Cleaning With Fels Naptha SoapAfter our 2 year old decorated my tan leather sofa with a Bic ink pen, we tried all tips provided and nothing worked. Finally, I used a Fels Naptha Laundry Soap Bar and lathered it up on the leather and let it set a few minutes.

 

Flashlights that Don't Require BatteriesKeep a flashlight in your house that doesn't require batteries. You can buy flashlights that can be charged by winding them up or shaking them. If you run out of batteries, you won't be left in the dark if there is a power outage.

 

Boomerang JokeBoomerang Joke. What do you call a boomerang that doesn't come back?

 

Vinegar SprayDid you know that there is a very quick and simple way to add or remove permanent creases in your ironing.

 

Cross in a Pocket ProjectThis is a cute little reminder that anyone can carry. It is simple enough for children, but also interesting enough for grown-ups. It should take between 30 and 60 minutes to complete.

 

Third Age NewsletterThird Age Newsletter. I love the Third Age newsletters (of course, I am a Boomer). On a recent visit, I saw in the "Money" section some great financial FORM LETTERS from Bank.com for consumer complaints! Really great templates.

 

Thundercloud.netThundercloud.net. I would like to tell Everyone about this web-site that is a Must Have if you own a computer, are planning to buy a computer or are using a computer that is not your own.

 

Stone or What Not BroochHere is a brooch made from leftover beads, stones, shells, cardboard, glue, and a pin back.

 

Stocking Stuffers At The Dollar StoreStocking Stuffers At The Dollar Store. Having five kids, I tend to get stressed about stocking stuffers. I even had my husband do it one year and he was so frustrated because he could not find many "little" items under five dollars. And that can add up quick! So my solution was "Dollar Tree".

 

Painting Tables and ChairsPut plastic lids under each leg to help catch drips when painting. It's also good to put newspaper down, but the plastic lids will keep paint from soaking through the newspaper and staining the floor when applying paint to the legs.

 

Wrapping Paper Starburst OrnamentRecycle gift wrap to make unique tree ornaments or assemble a beautiful mobile.

 

Jobs in New Port Richey, Florida?I am looking for advice about getting a job in New Port Richey, Florida.

 

Cleaning a Down Sleeping Bag?How should I clean my feather down sleeping bag?

 

Growing a Citrus Tree Indoors?How do you take care of a multi-citrus tree indoors?

 

Cookie Sheet Instead of Jelly Roll Pan?Can you use a cookie sheet with a rim instead of a jelly roll pan? I have always wanted to try making a pumpkin roll and see it says I need a jelly roll pan. My husband does not like pumpkin so this might be a one shot trial deal, so I don't want the expenditure.

 

Inexpensive Car Alarm?What can I do for a car alarm on a very tight budget?

 

Reviving Fabric Markers?I bought some fabric markers a while back. When I opened them a couple of days ago, they were dry. Does anyone have a suggestion as to how I can revive them?

 

Christmas Table Decorations?I am doing the tables here at work for the Christmas dinner and need some good ideas, I know they are out there.

 

Golden Retriever Chow Mix Puppy?Where can I find a golden retriever chow mixed puppy?